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The Access Folk Podcast

Access Folk
Folk Arts
UNESCO Convention On Intangible Cultural Heritage
Community Engagement
Funding and Grants
Diversity In the Arts
Arts Council Of Wales
Trac Cymru
English Folk Dance and Song Society
Folk Music
Bilingualism
Scottish Traditional Arts
Access and Inclusion
Folk Music Education
Broken Folk
Marginalization
Disability Rights
Liverpool
Irish Music
Culture Vannin
Armagh Pipers Club

Access Folk

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Welcome to The Access Folk Podcast and our special series on Folk Arts, Cultural Policy and UNESCO’s 2003 Convention for the Safeguarding of the Intangible Cultural Heritage.

In this third and last episode, Esbjörn Wettermark talks to Steve Byrne fr... more

Welcome to The Access Folk Podcast and our special series on Folk Arts, Cultural Policy and UNESCO’s 2003 Convention for the Safeguarding of the Intangible Cultural Heritage.

In the second episode Esbjörn Wettermark talks to Danny KilBride from Trac... more

Welcome to The Access Folk Podcast and our special series on Folk Arts, Cultural Policy and UNESCO’s 2003 Convention for the Safeguarding of the Intangible Cultural Heritage. In the first episode Esbjörn Wettermark talks to Breesha Maddrell from Cult... more

Presented by Oliver Cross & Joanie Bones

Episode notes: accessfolk.sites.sheffield.ac.uk/resources/podcast

Jingle: Old Adam – Fay Hield

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Recent Guests

Danny KilBride
Director of Trac Cymru, a folk music organization in Wales.
Trac Cymru
Episode: 2. Wales and England
Katy Spicer
Chief Executive and Artistic Director of the English Folk Dance and Song Society.
English Folk Dance and Song Society
Episode: 2. Wales and England
Mikey Kenney
A Liverpool-style fiddler with Irish heritage and music educator
Episode: 4. Mikey Kenney - Class and folk music education in Liverpool
John Kelly
A disabled musician and disability rights activist
Episode: 2. John Kelly - Music, disability and access as creativity

Hosts

Esbjörn Wettermark
Host and researcher with a focus on the cultural aspects of folk music, advocating for accessibility and representation in the arts.
Oliver Cross
Co-host and presenter who engages in discussions related to folk music and cultural policy.

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2. John Kelly - Music, disability and access as creativity
Q: Would you say that your political beliefs inform your songwriting and your musical practice?
Yes, they do, and often my most popular songs are seen as protest or political.
4. Mikey Kenney - Class and folk music education in Liverpool
Q: How do you think we can generally increase access to folk music for young people beyond what we're already doing as a community?
Mikey suggests enhancing public engagement through performances and making folk music environments welcoming and less intimidating for newcomers.
4. Mikey Kenney - Class and folk music education in Liverpool
Q: To what extent today do you think a young person's family background influences their ability to access folk singing and folk music?
Mikey discusses the significant impact of wealth on access to musical instruments and education, highlighting issues like the affordability of instruments and the social perceptions surrounding boys learning to play traditionally 'feminine' instruments like the violin.
5. Lunatraktors - Finding a voice in Broken Folk
Q: Now, who are the Lunatrakors audience?
They describe their audience as a mix of those nostalgic for a more avant-garde folk era and diverse demographics, including toddlers and grandparents.
5. Lunatraktors - Finding a voice in Broken Folk
Q: I'd love to know where your musical background sits.
Clair and Carli explain that they trust each other in their creative process and pursue music for pleasure rather than external validation.

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Focusing on the intersection of folk music and cultural issues, this podcast frequently explores the importance of accessibility, diversity, and inclusivity in traditional arts. Episodes typically feature in-depth discussions with musicians, activists, and cultural organizations, highlighting their roles in promoting folk traditions and addressing societal challenges. Topics such as the impact of policy on the arts, representation of marginalized voices, and the significance of local narratives in preserving cultural identity are common. Unique personal journeys and the blending of various musical influences also play a significant role in the conversations, contributing to a vibrant dialogue about the future of folk music and its relevance... more

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